Church of the Holy Spirit

2025 - 2 - 9

Holy Smokes! Local Priest Punched in the Spirit!

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A man was arrested after allegedly punching a priest at the Church of the Holy Spirit in Singapore. What on earth happened?

In a shocking incident at the Church of the Holy Spirit in Upper Thomson, Singapore, a 22-year-old man has been arrested after reportedly assaulting one of the resident priests, Father Cary Chan. On February 9th, comments on social media platforms dubbed the scene "unholy chaos" as the alleged attack unfolded shortly after a Sunday service. The priest, despite showing some swelling on his face, exhibited grace and resilience in the face of this challenge. Medics quickly attended to him, ensuring he received the care he needed.

Witnesses claimed that the assailant was a regular churchgoer, making the situation even more bewildering for the congregation. Some members voiced their disbelief over the attack, shouting, "Holy cow! How could something so shocking happen in a house of worship?" Early investigations by the police pointed towards public nuisance charges, but it still left many scratching their heads and questioning the motives behind this seemingly senseless act.

Father Cary Chan recalled the moment as a surprising encounter, saying, “I never expected such aggression in my home, the church. We’re all here to practice love and forgiveness.” Amidst the chaos, his words reminded everyone that the essence of their community still stood strong, emphasizing compassion even in troubling times. Friends and family have rallied in support of the priest, and social media reactions range from shock to jokes about needing to "pray harder" while attending mass.

As the investigation continues, the church community remains united, focusing on healing rather than hatred. Meanwhile, the incident has sparked discussions about the importance of emotional well-being, even in sacred spaces. Here’s a fun fact -- Singapore's Church of the Holy Spirit has been a beacon of light and harmony, regularly hosting community events that foster peace and togetherness. Additionally, did you know that many churches around the world are adopting tech solutions to improve security in their buildings? After all, nobody wants another incident clouding the peaceful spirit of worship!

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Image courtesy of "The Straits Times"

Man arrested after he allegedly assaulted priest at Church of the ... (The Straits Times)

The priest had some slight swelling on his face and was attended to by medics. Read more at straitstimes.com.

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Man arrested over allegedly assaulting priest at Church of the Holy ... (CNA)

CNA can confirm that the priest was Father Cary Chan, one of the parish's four resident priests. He told CNA on the phone that he had been punched by the ...

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Man attacks priest after service at Church of the Holy Spirit in Upper ... (Must Share News)

According to preliminary investigations, the incident involved a 22-year-old Singaporean Chinese man who is a regular churchgoer at the Upper Thomson church.

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Image courtesy of "The Star Online"

Man arrested after he allegedly tried to assault priest at Singapore's ... (The Star Online)

SINGAPORE: A 22-year-old man has been arrested after he allegedly tried to assault a priest at a Roman Catholic church on Sunday (Feb 9) morning.

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Singapore police arrest man for allegedly assaulting priest at ... (Malay Mail)

SINGAPORE, Feb 9 — Police arrested a 22-year-old man for public nuisance after he allegedly tried to assault a priest at the Church of the Holy Spirit on ...

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Singapore priest says man who punched him at Church of the Holy ... (Malay Mail)

SINGAPORE, Feb 9 — A priest who was attacked at the Church of the Holy Spirit in Singapore this morning said he was punched in the head by a man with ...

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